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Clan MacKenzie #5
Bride for a Knight
On the eve of his return to Baldreagan Castle, Highlander Jamie Macpherson cannot believe his a golden-haired beauty haloed in the moonlight of St. Bride's glade, so delicate and fair she can only be a faerie. With his desire rising like a wave, the knight longs to see her again. The next time is even more Aveline Matheson is the flesh-and-blood bride of his arranged marriage, a woman eager to discover the pleasures of wedded bliss. And woe to those who would stop their lovemaking!
Yet danger threatens the newlyweds. Jamie's darkest foe has already murdered his brothers and now threatens to destroy every Macpherson. But the enemy hasn't counted on one Jamie will do whatever he must to keep his bride alive and in his arms forever...
Yet danger threatens the newlyweds. Jamie's darkest foe has already murdered his brothers and now threatens to destroy every Macpherson. But the enemy hasn't counted on one Jamie will do whatever he must to keep his bride alive and in his arms forever...
349 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published September 1, 2007
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Sue-Ellen Welfonder
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Sue-Ellen Welfonder & Allie Mackay
Sue-Ellen MacDuffie was born and raided in Florida. She is a card-carrying Scotophile whose burning wish to make frequent (free) trips to the land of her dreams led her to a twenty year career with the airlines. Bi-lingual, she flew international all those years, working her flights as foreign language speaker. Her flying career allowed her to see the world, but it was always to Scotland that she returned.
Now a full-time writer, she’s quick to admit that she much prefers wielding a pen to pushing tea and coffee. She spent fifteen years living in Europe and used that time to explore as many castle ruins, medieval abbeys, and stone circles as possible. Anything ancient, crumbling, or lichened caught her eye. She makes annual visits to Scotland, insisting they are a necessity as each trip gives her inspiration for new books.
Proud of her own Hebridean ancestry, she belongs to two clan societies: the MacFie Clan Society and the Clan MacAlpine Society. In addition to Scotland, her greatest passions are medieval history, the paranormal, and dogs. She never watches television, loves haggis, and writes at a four-hundred-and-fifty year old desk that once stood in a Bavarian castle.
Sue-Ellen is married and currently resides with her husband and Jack Russell Terrier in Florida. Readers can learn more about her and the world of her books at: .
aka
Sue-Ellen Welfonder & Allie Mackay
Sue-Ellen MacDuffie was born and raided in Florida. She is a card-carrying Scotophile whose burning wish to make frequent (free) trips to the land of her dreams led her to a twenty year career with the airlines. Bi-lingual, she flew international all those years, working her flights as foreign language speaker. Her flying career allowed her to see the world, but it was always to Scotland that she returned.
Now a full-time writer, she’s quick to admit that she much prefers wielding a pen to pushing tea and coffee. She spent fifteen years living in Europe and used that time to explore as many castle ruins, medieval abbeys, and stone circles as possible. Anything ancient, crumbling, or lichened caught her eye. She makes annual visits to Scotland, insisting they are a necessity as each trip gives her inspiration for new books.
Proud of her own Hebridean ancestry, she belongs to two clan societies: the MacFie Clan Society and the Clan MacAlpine Society. In addition to Scotland, her greatest passions are medieval history, the paranormal, and dogs. She never watches television, loves haggis, and writes at a four-hundred-and-fifty year old desk that once stood in a Bavarian castle.
Sue-Ellen is married and currently resides with her husband and Jack Russell Terrier in Florida. Readers can learn more about her and the world of her books at: .
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February 28, 2018
I really like this one, the prologue grabbed me right away. I was a little annoyed with the hero's father for turning his son out because of something that was completely out of his control. Thankfully they reconciled with each other in the end which was really nice.
I got really attached to the hero and heroin, I came to a part where something bad had happened and all I hoped for was that the hero would be ok. Great story for those of you who like Scottish romances this is a good one!
I got really attached to the hero and heroin, I came to a part where something bad had happened and all I hoped for was that the hero would be ok. Great story for those of you who like Scottish romances this is a good one!
January 12, 2022
I did NOT finish this book I got 9 chapters in before I was so completely lost.
Maybe I am unaware of a series this is apart of or maybe it's to complicated. If I really tried like the first time I read pride and prejudice I could read this but for now I am choosing to move on.
The first chapter thought it must be said was amazing I loved it.
Tropes/character types: Love at first sight, paranormal, black sheep , arranged marriage petit heroine.
Maybe I am unaware of a series this is apart of or maybe it's to complicated. If I really tried like the first time I read pride and prejudice I could read this but for now I am choosing to move on.
The first chapter thought it must be said was amazing I loved it.
Tropes/character types: Love at first sight, paranormal, black sheep , arranged marriage petit heroine.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 26, 2008
The fifth addition of the MacKenzie series by Sue-Ellen Welfonder. I had a hard time really sticking with the story. The humor was nice but not enough to make me really enjoy it.
February 15, 2019
Aunque el principio me ha sido un poco difÃcil... Tengo q decir q para nada me esperaba el final
February 6, 2021
Estrellas: 2.5
December 23, 2024
This was a random find at Half Price Books, on a trip to Texas, and it really was a fun, twisty/turny read.
The last chapter is completely bonkers 😆
The last chapter is completely bonkers 😆
April 8, 2015
I'm not one to enjoy anything with even a hint of paranormal. One of the reasons I didn't enjoy Until the Knight Comes. This one was different. Perhaps it was the characters?
Big in every sense of the way, Jamie Macpherson joined clan Mackenzie and went on to make a name for himself through out the years. While still @ Cuidrach Castle, he receives word that his brothers have all died from a tragic accident. He is also told that he will be married to the daughter of his fathers enemy, Aveline Matheson. But why would his da's enemy want him married to his daughter? He hadn't planned on returning but honor would let him do no less. He would return even if it meant facing the truth; he would never earn his fathers love, last son or not.
Aveline Matheson, youngest daughter of Alan Mor is a delicate soul. She is likable within the first couple of chapters for she has an earthy nature. With her betrothal to Jamie approaching, she knows that she must make the best of her situation. Besides, it's for the good of their clans. Though she is a wee delicate lass, she has no fear. Nor does she let her small size shield her from all of the joys of life. of married life. of life with Jamie Macpherson.
I usually prefer a little bit of bickering from the h/h however these two gentle hearts were sweet to each other from the beginning. I enjoyed watching their romance bloom and not in a sexual way but love! On that note, I will admit that the sex scenes were "PG" and I had hoped for more. They were not steamy at all IMHO. Excellent secondary characters helped that blemish *Munro and Morag*! We also get a glimpse of the Mackenzie's; Duncan, Robbie, Linnet, Juliana, Arabella and our next heroine Gelis. Anytime this clan is involved, I tend to smile. With the ghost, betrayal and eerie feelings floating around, can their love last?
I had honestly thought not to read this novel..I was disappointed in Until The Knight Comes and thought that it could only get worst. However this is an excellent story and I await the story of Gelis (though I must wonder why we don't see Arabella's story first seeing as she is older).
Big in every sense of the way, Jamie Macpherson joined clan Mackenzie and went on to make a name for himself through out the years. While still @ Cuidrach Castle, he receives word that his brothers have all died from a tragic accident. He is also told that he will be married to the daughter of his fathers enemy, Aveline Matheson. But why would his da's enemy want him married to his daughter? He hadn't planned on returning but honor would let him do no less. He would return even if it meant facing the truth; he would never earn his fathers love, last son or not.
Aveline Matheson, youngest daughter of Alan Mor is a delicate soul. She is likable within the first couple of chapters for she has an earthy nature. With her betrothal to Jamie approaching, she knows that she must make the best of her situation. Besides, it's for the good of their clans. Though she is a wee delicate lass, she has no fear. Nor does she let her small size shield her from all of the joys of life. of married life. of life with Jamie Macpherson.
I usually prefer a little bit of bickering from the h/h however these two gentle hearts were sweet to each other from the beginning. I enjoyed watching their romance bloom and not in a sexual way but love! On that note, I will admit that the sex scenes were "PG" and I had hoped for more. They were not steamy at all IMHO. Excellent secondary characters helped that blemish *Munro and Morag*! We also get a glimpse of the Mackenzie's; Duncan, Robbie, Linnet, Juliana, Arabella and our next heroine Gelis. Anytime this clan is involved, I tend to smile. With the ghost, betrayal and eerie feelings floating around, can their love last?
I had honestly thought not to read this novel..I was disappointed in Until The Knight Comes and thought that it could only get worst. However this is an excellent story and I await the story of Gelis (though I must wonder why we don't see Arabella's story first seeing as she is older).
January 15, 2014
This was a re-read for me and one of my favorite stories by Sue-Ellen Welfonder. Jamie Macpherson and Aveline Matheson have been calling to me for some time now and I answered their call.
The Western Highlands, 1325-
Jaimie is the 10th son of Monro, one of the lessor Highland Chieftains. His mother died birthing him which sent Munro into a deep depression. He named his son Jamie of the Heather saying it was where he was spawned and where he would return when he was old enough.
1347-
Aveline's father, Alan Mor Matheson wants her to marry Jamie to ensure the future and fortune of Clan Matheson. Her older sister, Sorcha, was to have married Jamie's older brother, Niall, who was killed along with the other 8 brothers when a bridge collapsed. Alan wants to keep the alliance with this new marriage agreement.
Sir Kenneth MacKenzie is Jamie's liege lord. It's here that he learns of the deaths of his brothers. He is shaken to the core. Jamie heads home with his aged dog Cuillin, a gift from his brother Niall years before, to see to his father and to stop and visit Alan Matheson about the alliance and marriage. Everyone is saying Munro had gone mad over the loss of his sons. Jamie thinks his father hates him and his feelings are all over the place about what he will find when he arrives home.
This starts the adventure that Jamie and Aveline must take to find their happiness and love. It not only is about a love sweeter than ever and full of passion but their journey is smack full of treachery and pain. Someone is out to hurt Munro and Jamie means to see it put to an end. There are ghosts and mysteries to uncover along the way. Through all the heartache and anger that have accumulated over the years comes an understanding that all things aren't as they seem....that love and acceptance are there for all who open their hearts along with their eyes.
The Western Highlands, 1325-
Jaimie is the 10th son of Monro, one of the lessor Highland Chieftains. His mother died birthing him which sent Munro into a deep depression. He named his son Jamie of the Heather saying it was where he was spawned and where he would return when he was old enough.
1347-
Aveline's father, Alan Mor Matheson wants her to marry Jamie to ensure the future and fortune of Clan Matheson. Her older sister, Sorcha, was to have married Jamie's older brother, Niall, who was killed along with the other 8 brothers when a bridge collapsed. Alan wants to keep the alliance with this new marriage agreement.
Sir Kenneth MacKenzie is Jamie's liege lord. It's here that he learns of the deaths of his brothers. He is shaken to the core. Jamie heads home with his aged dog Cuillin, a gift from his brother Niall years before, to see to his father and to stop and visit Alan Matheson about the alliance and marriage. Everyone is saying Munro had gone mad over the loss of his sons. Jamie thinks his father hates him and his feelings are all over the place about what he will find when he arrives home.
This starts the adventure that Jamie and Aveline must take to find their happiness and love. It not only is about a love sweeter than ever and full of passion but their journey is smack full of treachery and pain. Someone is out to hurt Munro and Jamie means to see it put to an end. There are ghosts and mysteries to uncover along the way. Through all the heartache and anger that have accumulated over the years comes an understanding that all things aren't as they seem....that love and acceptance are there for all who open their hearts along with their eyes.
July 10, 2014
I love it when authors add some bonding between the characters, and by that I mean bonding with other people than the main characters, like family or strangers and stuff.
That's why I was really touched when the thing with Jamie and his dad happened at the end. Of course there were scenes throughout the book about how both of them felt about each other but didn't know how to voice it. And I LOVED how Jamie reacted at the beginning about his brothers death, my heart really went out to him he made me cry couple of times.
Plus it was really a cute touch about how each of the main couple Aveline and Jamie thought about each other as mythical creatures the first time they saw each other.
And I was really shocked when I knew who was the villain in the book, it never crossed my mind and that is really a big bonus for the author, cause mostly authors give away the villain's through the middle of the book, and the refer can guess who the villain is, but this was my first time being shocked.
So overall it's a great book
That's why I was really touched when the thing with Jamie and his dad happened at the end. Of course there were scenes throughout the book about how both of them felt about each other but didn't know how to voice it. And I LOVED how Jamie reacted at the beginning about his brothers death, my heart really went out to him he made me cry couple of times.
Plus it was really a cute touch about how each of the main couple Aveline and Jamie thought about each other as mythical creatures the first time they saw each other.
And I was really shocked when I knew who was the villain in the book, it never crossed my mind and that is really a big bonus for the author, cause mostly authors give away the villain's through the middle of the book, and the refer can guess who the villain is, but this was my first time being shocked.
So overall it's a great book
August 20, 2010
It is actually two and a half stars, but the good out-weight the bad, so I increased it to a three stars.
I skimmed through the book. It was interesting to read about some myths and legends, or old folk tales, incorporated in the story. I hadn't read any of the author's works before, but her world shines iwht the beautiful Scottish charm found in readers' imaginations.
Aveline and Jamie are a great couple to read. The growing relationship between them heralded the sweet and charming picture the two made. Aveline is a strong woman, able to handle the tall Jamie. Jamie, enamored of his first sight of Aveline, fears that his size will hinder his relationship in the bedroom between himself and his bride. Aveline disproved him of his fears/insecurities and accepted Jamie for who he is.
I may not have read the book thoroughly, but what I read left me with a positive view of the story. I twas still an enjoyable book, and I really liked reading about Aveline and Jamie.
I skimmed through the book. It was interesting to read about some myths and legends, or old folk tales, incorporated in the story. I hadn't read any of the author's works before, but her world shines iwht the beautiful Scottish charm found in readers' imaginations.
Aveline and Jamie are a great couple to read. The growing relationship between them heralded the sweet and charming picture the two made. Aveline is a strong woman, able to handle the tall Jamie. Jamie, enamored of his first sight of Aveline, fears that his size will hinder his relationship in the bedroom between himself and his bride. Aveline disproved him of his fears/insecurities and accepted Jamie for who he is.
I may not have read the book thoroughly, but what I read left me with a positive view of the story. I twas still an enjoyable book, and I really liked reading about Aveline and Jamie.
October 15, 2016
Jamie Macpherson is the youngest of ten sons. Sent away by his father after his mother died, he was loved by his bothers. He grew to be a strong, fierce warrior. Successful in battle. A knight to be relied upon. Until the sudden death of his nine brothers. He makes the journey back to his home, and encounters the faery of his dreams.
Aveline Matheson might appear to be a tiny faery to the very large Jamie, but she is more than just his neighbor, but his bride. Fulfilling the wish if his father, he agrees to take Aveline as his bride. But all is not well in the family home. And he has to protect not just his bride, but his father as well.
Aveline Matheson might appear to be a tiny faery to the very large Jamie, but she is more than just his neighbor, but his bride. Fulfilling the wish if his father, he agrees to take Aveline as his bride. But all is not well in the family home. And he has to protect not just his bride, but his father as well.
November 17, 2014
James y Aveline lograron hacer lo que muchas parejas anhelan. Hicieron quÃmica desde el primer minuto. A partir de allà el cómo se va desarrollando la trama es mágico. Aveline es fuerte y persistente y está decidida a lograr que sus familias se una de nuevo y lograr qué James este de nuevo unido a su casa de sangre. Bastante divertido me recordó mucho al primer o segundo libro de la saga.
February 18, 2012
Two stars... it was okay. Nothing I would recommend. The romance was good but the plot was drawn out. It seems as if the author added in a "mystical" element to the story as an afterthought; it wasn't developed very well.
March 15, 2012
aaawwww este libro me gusto mucho, lleno de amor, perdon, esperanza, sufrimiento pero al final mucha felicidad...
me agrada que pudieramos ver los personajes de los libros anteriores en este libro, siempre aportan algo en la historia y uno sigue disfrutando con ellos
me agrada que pudieramos ver los personajes de los libros anteriores en este libro, siempre aportan algo en la historia y uno sigue disfrutando con ellos
May 25, 2014
Good mystery / plot. She seemed to drag it out too much in this book. I'm going to give another one of hers a try before I decide for sure if I enjoy reading her books, but this one re-hashed and re-hashed the same information OVER and OVER. Ended up skimming through way too much of it.
August 27, 2007
[to be reviewed for HNS Nov. 2007:]
May 4, 2008
Book 5 in MacKenzie Series. Not as good as others.
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February 2, 2009i think if you havent read this book yet you should read it now!
March 25, 2009
I really enjoyed this book! It was a quick read.
May 23, 2013
Good read and an interesting storyline.
August 8, 2011
A bit too boring ...
August 14, 2013
Decent. Somewhat silly with ghosts, and a magic fox.
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November 9, 2015I tried...I tried so hard to like this book but alas, it wasn't meant to be. I will most likely revisit it sometime in the future and I hope I will be able to get into it then.
January 31, 2020
Romance... Magic... and a bit of Murder & Mystery interwoven with the fun moments in the true Welfonder fashion.
March 5, 2016
To lovers of Scottish history, this is a great story of passion and adventure. I loved it.
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June 18, 2013absolutly wonderful. im reading it or the fourth time right now. cant seem to put it down.
November 16, 2013
Good book, but it didnt turn out like I thought it would.
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